Bill > S103

This bill, titled the "Read the Bills Act," is intended to preserve the constitutional authority of Congress and ensure accountability and transparency in legislation. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. Requiring all bills and resolutions introduced in Congress to cite the specific constitutional authority for the proposed legislation, including all its provisions. 2. Mandating that any bill or resolution amending or modifying current law must include the full text of the existing law, the proposed amendments, and the law as it would read with the amendments. 3. Establishing procedures prior to a vote on a bill or resolution, including publishing the full text at least 7 days in advance, providing public notice of the scheduled vote, and having the Clerk or Secretary read the full text verbatim to the respective chamber. 4. Requiring each member of Congress to sign an affidavit attesting that they were present and listened attentively to the full reading of the bill or resolution, or read the full text prior to voting. 5. Providing a cause of action for individuals or members of Congress to seek relief if a law was enacted without complying with the requirements of the bill. The bill aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and adherence to constitutional principles in the legislative process.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/103/all-info